Walkers – We are almost surrounded by fells! Take your pick. The low level route of Wainwrights C2C passes our road end. Visit RSPB's Haweswater estate (famed for its resident golden eagle), walk over to Pooley Bridge at Lake Ullswater and take the steamer across to Glenridding, For families, take a 'Tale trail'. Tale Trails are local 1-2 hour family walks based around a fun story and a hand drawn map for kids. Look out for the Marsh Kelpie of Askham Fell!

Equestrian – The regional riding route 'Eden Valley Loops passes the farm. This loop takes you over the well known Loadpot Hill, the top of which is 672m above sea level with amazing views of Ullswater and the surrounding fells. It takes in the Cockpit, which is an ancient stone circle near the Roman road, High Street. The area also hosts several Endurance GB competition rides. http://www.emagin.org/Routes_by_Region/North_West.aspx

Other activities:Take a dip in Askham's outdoor heated swimming pool! Two publicly heated swimming pools - one for small people and the other a serious 20 metres long. Qualified lifeguard on duty. The pools are surrounded by half an acre of green space – perfect for picnics. There is also a kiosk selling tasty ice creams and snacks.

Explore and Eat!

There's so much to do in the locality and neighbouring villages. Nurture Lakeland, an organisation promoting sustainable tourism, have produced a series of trails for our area focusing on art and culture, outdoor activity, cycling and food.

News and Events

There's always lots going on in the area – Ullswater Walking Festival, Acorn Bank Apple Day, RSPB events at Haweswater, Open Farm Sunday, Food Festivals, cycling events, to name but a few! Visit our news page to find out the latest on events and farm life.

Stay on a working farm, enjoy local produce, tranquility, adventure, it's really up to you. A stunning and timeless setting for you to explore. Stay in a fantastic Barn at the heart of our farm. Venture up into the fells or into the valley for some stunning cycling and walking.